Tri-City Historical Society

10/20/2026

10/08/2026

Before sure stop in and check out our museum!!!

We’re open this week at Aluminum City Arts!

Stop in, explore the galleries, visit our resident artists and see what’s happening throughout the building.

And make plans to join us Friday evening!
✨ Friday, October 9 | Open until 8 PM
We’ll be celebrating the 24 MINIs Open House, along with the opening of three new solo exhibitions. It’s a great evening to experience new work, meet artists and spend some time surrounded by local art.

This week’s hours:
Wednesday, Oct. 7 • 11 AM–6 PM
Thursday, Oct. 8 • 11 AM–4 PM
Friday, Oct. 9 • 11 AM–8 PM
Saturday, Oct. 10 • 11 AM–5 PM

Come for the art. Stay awhile. See what’s new at Aluminum City Arts!

09/24/2026

Stop by and see the museum over the next few days!

There’s always something new to discover at Aluminum City Arts!

Spend part of your weekend surrounded by creativity. Stroll through the complex, visit our many resident artists’ studios, and explore the 24 Minis exhibition featuring an incredible variety of artwork throughout the building.

Take your time, enjoy the art, meet the artists, and maybe find something beautiful and original to take home with you.

Bring a friend or make it a family outing. We’d love to welcome you!

📍 Aluminum City Arts
200 Freeport Road, New Kensington, PA

Open this weekend:
Thursday, Friday & Saturday
11 AM – 4 PM

Come enjoy a day filled with art, creativity and community.

09/15/2026

This weekend is our first Arts Festival .
Come out and support local artists, vendors and craft makers . From 11-6 Pm at the Aluminum City Arts Grounds .
Plus you get to see what’s happening inside the building .
A great way to see the 24 minis exhibition that is hosted by The Manos Gallery

09/13/2026

This past Friday, September 11th 2026, we had the honor to help host an event featuring Lillie Leonardi and her experiences at Flight 93.

09/08/2026

Books Bridge Hope, Tri-City Historical Society, and Aluminum City Arts will present, The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance on September 11, 2026, at the Manos Gallery, Aluminum City Arts in New Kensington.

Held on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the event will bring the community together for an evening of remembrance while honoring the courage, sacrifice, and enduring spirit of service that emerged from one of America's most defining moments.

The evening will feature a special presentation by author Lillie Leonardi, who will discuss her book, In the Shadow of a Badge. Through personal stories and reflections, Leonardi shares experiences that speak to resilience, faith, and the lasting impact of service.

The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance
Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Manos The Manos Gallery
Aluminum City Arts
200 Freeport Road
New Kensington, PA 15068

Community members of all ages are invited to attend.

Ticket: $20

Includes:

- Admission to the event
- Book presentation by Lillie Leonardi
- Exclusive invitation to VIP Night at the 24 Minis Exhibition
- Refreshments

Proceeds from the event will benefit Books Bridge Hope and the Tri-City Historical Society, supporting their ongoing educational and community initiatives.

For tickets and event information: visit the Givebutter page.

https://givebutter.com/the-spirit-of-service-a-quarter-century-of-remembrance-6bl1tv

09/07/2026

Check out the page for the Massy Harbison Cabin. If you have any question you will have to message the page directly.

This page is dedicated to sharing information about programs & activities at the Massy Harbison Cabin 100-104 Oates Blvd. New Kensington, PA

The Massy Harbison Cabin is the frontier cabin located in front of the Girl Scout Little House.

08/27/2026

On the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Oakmont author Lillie Leonardi will share reflections from her experience as a first responder at the scene of the United Airlines Flight 93 crash near Shanksville. The event will be hosted by Aluminum City Arts at their New Kensington studio, the Tri-Cit...

08/25/2026

We are excited that our new neighbors, The Theatre Factory, is bringing the theatre back to our area.

The Theatre Factory, which is moving from Trafford to New Kensington’s Aluminum City Arts, announced the lineup for the first season in its new space. It’s the theater troupe’s first time performing in the art hub but the 31st season it has taken the stage. Matt Mlynarski, the troupe’s artis...